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Albany VA Medical Center: Samuel S. Stratton
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on May 21, 2014. Also cited in 28 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000104439, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: ALBANY NY - 528A8
Issue:
VA employee tried to help a Veteran by printing off a Compensation and Pension report and mail to him to help secure benefits. The employee entered the incorrect mailing address on the envelope. The envelope went to Veteran's neighbor who opened the envelope and read the document inside which was a Comp and Pen questionnaire and progress note report.
Outcome:
05/21/14: The Incident Resolution Team has determined that the Veteran whose information was disclosed will be sent a letter offering credit protection services.